MLB Playoffs Articles - Page 6

The New York Yankees entered the 2025 season as a World Series favorite. Despite not winning the American League East division, the expectations are unchanged. After barreling through the rival Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card round, the Yankees are set to face off against another division rival in the ALDS — the Toronto […]

There’s no two ways about it: the New York Yankees had a rough go against the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 1 of the NLDS. Heading north of the border for their first road game of the 2025 postseason, the 2024 World Series runners-up had to watch the Blue Jays score a run, then another, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies kicked off their postseason on Saturday, hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. Philadelphia earned a first-round bye after securing the No. 2 seed in the National League. The team tabbed Cristopher Sanchez for the series-opening start. But before Sanchez took the mound, the Phillies gave the ball to a franchise […]

After taking care of business against the Boston Red Sox in a 2-1 Wild Card Series win, the New York Yankees seemingly left their offense in the Bronx when they took on the Toronto Blue Jays in the NLDS, losing 10-1 in a game fans would like to soon forget. After keeping things relatively close […]

Currently holding a 6-1 lead over the New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays seem to be on track for a Game 1 win in their AL Division Series (ALDS) matchup. If their offense can knock in a couple more runs, the Yankees would be hard-pressed to make up the difference. Yet, the Blue Jays […]

The prognosis is not looking good after Milwaukee Brewers star Jackson Chourio, who suffered a hamstring injury in the team’s 9-3 NLDS Game 1 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Chourio underwent an MRI, and manager Pat Murphy did not have the most optimistic answer when asked about his status going forward. “Obviously, it’s real scary […]

Reigning AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil earned the start in Game 1 of the ALDS as the New York Yankees take on the Toronto Blue Jays. New York turned to the second-year righty in the series opener after he worked his way back from a lengthy injury absence in 2025. Making his 12th […]

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. no longer spouts vitriol when he discusses the New York Yankees, but everyone knows how much he enjoys facing the legendary franchise. Despite lacking power in 2025, the five-time All-Star still feasted on the Yanks this season, going 13-for-23 with four RBIs in his last five games […]

The New York Yankees advanced to the ALDS after defeating the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card Series. New York is seeking its second-straight American League pennant and the team received a significant boost from an unexpected source this season. Trent Grisham had a career-best year at the plate in 2025. Grisham mashed 34 […]

Although he played only 110 games during the regular season, catcher Will Smith is the only Los Angeles Dodgers player to post a .290-plus batting average, a .490-plus slugging percentage and a .900-plus OPS during the 2025 campaign. A hand injury put his career year on pause and kept him out for most of September, […]

Is former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler giving his new team, the Philadelphia Phillies, information ahead of the NLDS? Buehler pitched for the Dodgers from 2017-2024, so he is extremely familiar with the ballclub, to say the least. Phillies manager Rob Thomson addressed the subject before Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday. “Phillies […]

The Chicago Cubs were hoping for a quality start from left-hander Matthew Boyd in Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Instead, the veteran failed to escape the bottom of the first inning and created a near insurmountable hole for the Cubs to climb out of. Boyd, pitching on three days’ […]

The Chicago Cubs entered the 2025 NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers riding momentum from their Wild Card Series win over the San Diego Padres, but manager Craig Counsell’s decision to start Matthew Boyd in Game 1 quickly became the story of the night. Counsell’s explanation for turning to Boyd on short rest went viral as […]

When the New York Yankees completed a trade with the Chicago Cubs to acquire Cody Bellinger last December, many people viewed the former MVP as a replacement option for Juan Soto. Those were always going to be enormous shoes to fill, but he nevertheless made a huge impact on this ballclub and is a key […]

The Chicago Cubs landed in the franchise history books again on Saturday thanks to first baseman Michael Busch. In the top of the first inning of Game 1 of the NLDS at American Family Field against the Milwaukee Brewers, Busch launched a leadoff home run on the fourth pitch he saw from Freddy Peralta, giving […]

In November 2023, the Chicago Cubs hired Craig Counsell as manager. This is after he spent eight seasons managing the Milwaukee Brewers. Fast forward to 2025, the Cubs and Brewers are duking it out for the NLDS. On Saturday, before the first game at Miller Park, Counsell didn’t get a friendly welcome from the fans […]

Fresh off a three-game NL Wild Card series win over the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs now have an NL Division Series (NLDS) date with the Milwaukee Brewers. After beating the Brewers 7-6 in their regular season series, the Cubs jumped out to an early 1-o lead over Milwaukee, thanks to first baseman Michael […]

As the Toronto Blue Jays take on the New York Yankees in the ALDS, some will not be playing. Among those left off the roster is shortstop Bo Bichette. Bichette is out with a knee sprain. As a result, if the Blue Jays make it to the ALCS, his playing status remains uncertain, per Jorge […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are taking an aggressive mental approach into Game 1 of the NLDS. Just hours before the series opener against the Chicago Cubs, manager Pat Murphy gave a message to ace Freddy Peralta that immediately set the tone for the postseason, act like the “closer.” The mindset was more psychological than literal. It […]

Although Eugenio Suarez drew more attention because of his top-notch power, the biggest midseason addition the Seattle Mariners made has proven to be Josh Naylor. The veteran first baseman boasts an impactful combination of contact prowess and extra-base upside, doing his part to help this lineup become more dangerous than it has been in quite […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are making a bold postseason move. Manager John Schneider announced Saturday that rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage will start Game 2 of the ALDS vs. the New York Yankees at Rogers Centre on Sunday. It will be the 22-year-old’s postseason debut, matching up against New York ace Max Fried in a high-stakes […]

The Seattle Mariners will begin their ALDS matchup against the Detroit Tigers without one of their best arms. Bryan Woo, who has dealt with right pectoral inflammation since mid-September, was left off the Mariners ALDS postseason roster, a decision confirmed just hours before Game 1. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale took to X (formerly known as […]

The battle of the lefties isn’t just reserved for the Democratic Party. It will commence in Game 1 of the NLDS between the LA Dodgers and Philadelphia Phillies. For the Dodgers, they are going with their left-handers to take on the Phillies ‘ left-handed hitters, per Bob Nightingale of USA Today. After much speculation, Dodgers […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are drawing attention prior to Game 1 of the ALDS, as Kevin Gausman revealed the club’s approach for containing New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge—and it involves intentional walks. Gausman, who’s set to start Saturday’s opener, spoke openly just hours before first pitch, offering rare insight into the Blue Jays pitching […]

The Toronto Blue Jays will play the New York Yankees on Saturday in Game 1 of the American League Division Series. The Blue Jays announced the ALDS roster on Saturday morning. Shortstop Bo Bichette did not make the roster as he is dealing with a knee injury. Meanwhile, pitchers Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt were […]

The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays have seemingly been trending in opposite directions for the past few weeks. While Toronto was ultimately able to win the American League East crown, they went 5-5 across their final 10 contests and almost lost the division before officially clinching a bye. Meanwhile, the Yankees went 9-1 […]

Cam Schlittler has the baseball world buzzing after his star-making start in Game 3 of the New York Yankees’ ALWCS matchup against the Boston Red Sox. The rookie pitcher stepped up for New York, shutting down Boston over eight scoreless innings. The dominant outing allowed the Yankees to escape with an unprecedented Wild Card Series […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were the first team to emerge from the Wild Card round after sweeping the Cincinnati Reds. The Dodgers’ starting pitching was dominant and Roki Sasaki slammed the door on the Reds, closing out a series-clinching 8-4 win Wednesday. Los Angeles is moving on to the Division Series and a matchup with […]

Cam Schlittler grew up rooting for the Boston Red Sox. But on Thursday, the rookie starter became a New York Yankees legend. Schlittler delivered a historically great performance as the Yankees added a new chapter to their storied rivalry with the Red Sox. Facing elimination in Game 3 of the Wild Card Series, New York […]

Fresh off a dominant 3-0 Wild Card Game 3 win over the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs’ priority is now the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs’ NL Division Series (NLDS) opponent is also the NL’s top seed, in addition to being the NL Central champions. The Brewers won the division by five games. As Chicago […]

The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays are set to kick off their AL Division Series (ALDS) on Saturday afternoon. While the Blue Jays used the last few days to rest and prepare for the matchup, the Yankees closed out a thrilling AL Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night […]

The New York Yankees eliminated the Boston Red Sox in the ALWCS, setting up a date with the Toronto Blue Jays in the Division Series. And Luis Gil will get the start in Game 1 against Toronto. After leaving Gil off the Wild Card roster, the Yankees are relying on the reigning AL Rookie of […]

The Detroit Tigers will not be starting 2024 AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Seattle Mariners. Detroit announced that it will be giving the ball to 24-year-old right-handed reliever Troy Melton in a bullpen game for the series opener in Seattle. The rookie went 3-2 in 16 […]

The New York Yankees are currently preparing for their ALDS matchup with the Toronto Blue Jays. Outfielder Cody Bellinger reportedly jammed his heel while running the bases during the Yankees’ 4-0 series-clinching win over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday. Manager Aaron Boone shut down concern over the injury, however, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. […]

The New York Yankees have settled their biggest question ahead of the American League Division Series. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed Friday that right-hander Luis Gil will start Game 1 against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday at Rogers Centre, according to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. New York had been weighing Gil against rookie right-hander […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers advanced to the NLDS after sweeping the Cincinnati Reds in the Wild Card round. The Dodgers’ pitching proved to be a massive advantage in the matchup. Blake Snell and Yoshinobu Yamamoto made postseason history with back-to-back dominant starts. And Los Angeles unveiled a new ninth-inning weapon. Roki Sasaki took the mound […]

On Saturday, the Philadelphia Phillies will play the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS. For Dodgers phenom Shohei Ohtani, he will be on the mound for the first game. It will be his first postseason start as a pitcher, and it will be on the road.  Nevertheless, he is looking forward to […]

The Seattle Mariners announced their starting pitchers for Games 1 and 2 of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. On Saturday, October 4, right-handed pitcher George Kirby will take the bump against the Tigers as the Mariners open up the series at home at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. Luis Castillo will start in Sunday, October […]

There is no telling the story of the Milwaukee Brewers without mentioning Bob Uecker. After his passing in January, the Brewers continue to keep his spirit alive in everything they do. As for Brewers manager Pat Murphy, he does it through ink. On Friday, Murphy made a big reveal of a new tattoo featuring Uecker’s […]